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In today's issue:

• Shouting Won’t Make You Rich

• How a College Paper Became a $50 Billion Empire

• Lead Yourself First

• The Art and Science of Email Follow Up with Jon Weberg

• The Missing Piece to Your Financial Puzzle

FROM MY WORLD

Shouting Won’t Make You Rich

You know, I get this question all the time—"Igor, do you do affirmations?" 

People ask me if I start my day shouting into the universe, proclaiming wealth and success to attract it. 

Here's the thing: I used to. But I stopped because, frankly, it felt pointless. Let me tell you why.

Affirmations can work, but only when you truly believe what you’re saying. When I first started out, I was desperate to make money online. I’d stand in the middle of my apartment, yelling affirmations like, "I am rich!"

But deep down, I didn’t believe a word of it. And guess what? Nothing changed.

It wasn’t until I made my first real money online that these affirmations started to mean something. 

That’s when I crafted my own set of beliefs, not to get rich, but because I was rich. Saying "I’m a money magnet" only made sense to me after I hit my first $100,000. And then, it wasn’t just words—it was my reality.

Affirmations work when they align with what you already believe, not when you’re trying to convince yourself of something you don’t. 

If you’re struggling to make money, shouting affirmations might just make you feel like a fraud. But if you take action, develop skills, and see real results, those words start to carry weight.

So, do I believe in affirmations? Yes, but not the way self-help gurus sell them. I believe in internalizing them through action. 

If you want to attract wealth, stop shouting and start doing. And when you succeed, the affirmations will follow naturally.

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LESSONS FROM LEGENDS

How a College Paper Became a $50 Billion Empire

In the late 1960s, Yale student Fred Smith penned a college paper proposing a radical idea: an overnight delivery service for time-sensitive shipments.

His professor wasn’t impressed, giving it a mediocre grade. But Fred saw beyond the classroom, believing this concept had real-world potential.

In 1971, Fred founded Federal Express (FedEx), turning his academic idea into reality. 

The early days were tough—so tough that Fred once took the company’s last $5,000 to Las Vegas and gambled it on blackjack just to keep the business alive. That risk bought him enough time to push forward.

Fred’s breakthrough was the hub-and-spoke model, routing packages through a central hub (in Memphis, Tennessee) before sending them to their destinations. This innovation allowed FedEx to offer fast, reliable overnight delivery, something no one else could do.

Despite early struggles, Fred’s persistence paid off. 

Today, FedEx is a $50 billion empire, operating in over 220 countries and handling millions of shipments daily. All from an idea in a college paper.

Lessons for Entrepreneurs:

1. Believe in Your Vision: Fred didn’t let a poor grade stop him. He trusted his instincts, and it paid off.

2. Be Resilient: FedEx’s early days were brutal, but Fred’s determination kept it afloat.

3. Innovate: Fred’s hub-and-spoke model revolutionized logistics and set a new industry standard.

Fred Smith’s journey from a college student with a dream to the CEO of a global powerhouse is a testament to the power of a single idea, unwavering belief, and relentless execution. 

For entrepreneurs today, his story is a powerful reminder that sometimes, the world’s greatest empires start with nothing more than a big idea and a refusal to quit.

MINDSET MAKEOVER

Lead Yourself First

If there’s one lesson I’ve learned from building a thriving online business, it’s this: You can’t lead others until you learn to lead yourself. 

This might sound simple, but it's the foundation of success, whether you’re in network marketing, affiliate marketing, or any entrepreneurial venture.

Leading yourself means setting the pace, taking consistent action, and being the example you want others to follow. 

It’s about discipline—doing what needs to be done, even when no one is watching. Most people struggle with this because they’re conditioned to think like employees, not entrepreneurs. 

They’re used to being told what to do, following routines, and staying within the lines.

But when you step into the world of entrepreneurship, freedom comes with responsibility. You’re in charge of your time, your actions, and ultimately, your success. 

And that’s where many falter. 

They love the idea of freedom, but when it comes to leading themselves—making the tough decisions, staying disciplined, and pushing through challenges—they fall back into old habits.

To be a successful entrepreneur, you must master the art of self-leadership. 

This means embracing the discomfort that comes with growth, making the hard choices, and continuously expanding your comfort zone. It’s about showing up every day with the mindset that you’re in charge of your results.

Once you’ve mastered self-leadership, you’ll find that leading others becomes second nature. 

You’ll inspire, motivate, and guide your team not just by what you say, but by what you do. And that, my friend, is the true mark of a leader.

FOR YOUR LISTENING PLEASURE

The Art and Science of Email Follow Up with Jon Weberg

Did you know that an astounding 80% of sales require at least five follow-ups? It's a staggering statistic that reveals the untapped potential hiding in the art of follow-ups. 

Jon Weberg has a belief that almost no one does it right. Meaning that almost nobody follows up with their potential customers correctly. Tune in as Jon unveils his groundbreaking approach to revolutionizing your follow-up game. 

From mastering email strategies to unlocking the science behind timing and personalization, get ready to uncover the secrets that will elevate your sales success.

CURATED READS

The Missing Piece to Your Financial Puzzle

Stuart Wilde's "The Trick to Money Is Having Some!" offers a refreshing perspective on wealth, arguing that it's your mindset, not just hard work, that attracts financial abundance. Wilde challenges traditional beliefs about money, showing how to shift your mindset to see money as an ally rather than an elusive goal.

Wilde’s wisdom is timeless, and his teachings could be the missing piece you need to start seeing money flow into your life effortlessly.

If you're ready to break free from financial limitations and step into a life of abundance, this book is the key.

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